Many LGBTQ people who are divorcing have children. Though Texas recognizes same-sex marriages, it has not enacted specific laws that address the unique child custody issues encountered by some LGBTQ parents who are divorcing. How does the state handle custody issues...
As a member of the military or the spouse of a member of the military, a divorce can be tricky. You may move often or not live in the area in which you wish to make your home after ending your marriage. This can lead to confusion about where you should file for...
As a parent, you understand your children will likely not be happy with your Texas divorce. Little ones and teens do not respond well to change. In addition to dividing assets and dealing with everyone’s emotional rollercoaster, you must make decisions about custody...
One of the most complicated aspects of divorce is the division of marital property. If you are an entrepreneur or run a professional practice, this part of the divorce process becomes even trickier. Here is what your need to know about the key issues affecting the...
In Texas, the law divides all community property, which is property you and your spouse obtain during your marriage, evenly during a divorce. You may still have separate property, which is that you owned prior to the marriage and maintain separately. The important key...
When you share parenting duties with your children’s other parent, there may be times when you do not see eye to eye. While the hope is you will be able to work through any issues by communicating clearly or seeking mediation, that may not always happen. If you have...
Many couples divorce without drama or bloodshed. They agree on property division and custody arrangements, sign the papers and move on with their lives. However, this is not always the case. In a high-conflict divorce, every single detail, no matter how small, can be...
After settling into their post-divorce lives, people may want to relocate. They may consider moving across town, to a new city or out of the state altogether to pursue job opportunities, live closer to family or just to achieve a fresh start. Depending on the...
Researchers determined that military couples file for divorce more often than civilians. According to the Census Bureau’s Public Use Microdata Sample and as reported by MarketWatch, supervisors of first-line enlisted troops showed a 30% divorce rate. The U.S. military...
Although it is a community property state, Texas courts do not divide all marital property equally for all divorcing couples. The judge in the case examines the facts and determines a fair split of debts and assets. Many factors in a divorce case can affect the...